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Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

This Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe makes soft, fluffy rolls filled with warm cinnamon sugar. They are easy to prepare at home and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or holidays. Even non gluten eaters love them.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 rolls
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Rolling Pin
  • Parchment paper
  • Sharp knife or dental floss
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Gluten free all purpose flour, with xanthan gum
  • teaspoons Instant yeast
  • 3 tablespoons Sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt
  • ¾ cup Milk, warm, dairy or dairy free
  • 1 large Egg, room temperature
  • 3 tablespoons Butter, melted, or dairy free
  • ¼ cup Butter, soft, for filling
  • ½ cup Brown sugar
  • tablespoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons Milk, for glaze
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • Add gluten free flour, yeast, sugar, and salt to a large bowl. Whisk gently until everything is evenly mixed. This step helps the yeast spread well for a soft dough.

Add Wet Ingredients

  • Pour warm milk into the bowl, then add the egg and melted butter. Stir slowly with a spatula until a sticky, smooth dough forms with no dry flour left.

Rest the Dough

  • Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel. Place it in a warm spot and let the dough rest for 30 minutes until it looks slightly puffed and smoother.

Roll the Dough

  • Place parchment paper on the counter and lightly dust with gluten free flour. Transfer the dough on top and gently roll it into a rectangle using a rolling pin.

Add Filling

  • Spread soft butter evenly over the dough. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl, then sprinkle it evenly across the buttered surface for full flavor.

Shape Rolls

  • Carefully roll the dough tightly from the long side using the parchment paper as support. Cut into eight even rolls using a knife or dental floss.

Second Rest

  • Place the rolls into a lined baking dish with space between each one. Cover and let them rest for 15 minutes while the oven preheats.

Bake

  • Bake the rolls at 350°F for about 30 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Avoid overbaking to keep the rolls soft and tender.

Glaze and Serve

  • Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle glaze over warm rolls and allow it to melt into the cinnamon layers before serving.

Notes

  • Do not over flour the dough, it should stay slightly sticky.
  • Use room temperature ingredients for best texture.
  • Add nuts or raisins to the filling for variation.
  • Reheat rolls with a splash of milk to keep them soft.
Keyword Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls Recipe